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Nell "Nellie" Ray (Williams) James, 85, residing in Huron, passed away Monday afternoon, July 23, 2018 at Firelands Regional Medical Center after a brief illness with her family by her side.
Nellie was born on September 13, 1932 in West Liberty, KY to the late Everett and Matilda (Ray) Williams.
Nellie was owner and operator of James' Carryout, Jessie's Hideaway and Custom Floors. She was considered by many at the "Nanny of Norwalk." After she received her driver's license at age 40, Nellie started to travel extensively. She loved Mardi Gras and Arizona, and enjoyed her pool league, bowling, cooking for her family and was an avid animal lover.
Nellie is survived by her daughter, Genny Lee of Huron; sons, David (Shari) James of Sandusky, Roger James of Sandusky and Gary James of Huron; eight grandchildren, Kendra James-Smith, Collin Dennehy, Joshua (Jessica) James, Jarrod (Lauren) James, Jessica James, Lauren Lee, Evan Lee and Weston Lee and five great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Nellie is preceded in death by her husband, William S. James in 1992; grandson-in-law, Chris Smith and brother, Alfred Williams.
Friends may call on Thursday, July 26, 2018 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1607 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky. Friends may also visit in the funeral home on Friday, July, 27, 2018 at 10:00 am until the time of funeral services at 11:00 am. Pastor Tom Holzaepfel of Lighthouse Assembly of God Church will officiate. Burial will follow in Meadow Green Memorial Park, Huron.
Those wishing to contribute to Nellie's memory may do so to the Humane Society of Erie County, 1911 Superior St., Sandusky, OH 44870.
Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.
